B. M'gladbach Team News Page 7 - Soccer

Haris Tabakovic - Likely to join squad before WC Tabakovic (ankle) could potentially join the Bosnia and Herzegovina squad before their World Cup departure, according to coach Sergej Barbarez, per Reprezentacija. "As for Tabakovi...

Impact Tabakovic had been initially ruled out of the World Cup after suffering an ankle fracture during the season finale against Hoffenheim, with a recovery timeline of at least three months casting serious doubt over his participation. The positive update from the coach is an encouraging surprise given the severity of the initial diagnosis, and Bosnia will be hoping their most prolific striker can prove his fitness in time to contribute at the tournament. Tabakovic ends his Gladbach loan campaign with 13 goals and two assists across 32 Bundesliga appearances before the injury struck, and his potential availability would be a significant boost for a side that will rely heavily on his goal-scoring threat throughout the competition.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Leopold - Signs for Gladbach until 2030 Leopold has joined Gladbach from Hannover 96 on a free transfer on a contract until June 2030, his new club announced.

Impact Leopold spent four seasons at Hannover, making 124 competitive appearances and contributing eight goals and 17 assists while establishing himself as a key figure in the second division, most recently serving as club captain during the 2025/26 campaign. Sporting director Rouven Schroder praised Leopold as a disciplined and high-intensity midfielder with good technical ability and strong tactical understanding, describing his development as a leader at Hannover as a significant factor behind the recruitment. Leopold himself described fulfilling his dream of playing in the Bundesliga at such a big club as something special, promising the Gladbach fans he will always give 100 percent in what promises to be a significant step up in his career after developing through the Freiburg academy before making his name at Hannover.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

David Herold - Signs with Monchengladbach Herold signed with Borussia Monchengladbach from Karlsruher SC on a contract through June 2030, the club announced.

Impact Herold comes through the Bayern Munich academy system before going on to establish himself at Karlsruher SC, where he made 95 appearances across all competitions, contributing two goals and 11 assists. The 23-year-old also had a loan stint at Austrian side SCR Altach, where he featured in 15 Bundesliga games. Head of sport Rouven Schroder highlighted his stamina, goal threat and character as key attributes behind the signing, with the German defender also having represented his country at youth level from the under-16 through to the under-20 side. His arrival ahead of the 2026-27 season gives Monchengladbach a young and motivated option in the defensive unit as they look to rebuild heading into the new campaign.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Haris Tabakovic - Ankle fracture ends WC dream Tabakovic suffered an ankle fracture in the 72nd minute of Saturday's season finale against Hoffenheim and is expected to miss at least three months, ruling him out of the World Cu...

Impact Tabakovic had scored earlier in the match before the injury occurred following a challenge with Ozan Kabak, and is now wearing a cast on his leg with an official diagnosis still pending. If surgery is required, the recovery timeline could extend to around six months, making his absence from the tournament virtually certain regardless. The striker ends a strong loan campaign at Gladbach with 13 goals and two assists across his 32 Bundesliga appearances (28 starts), having been one of the most productive strikers in the division before the cruel injury on what was supposed to be his farewell appearance. Tabakovic will now return to parent club Hoffenheim as both his immediate future and long-term recovery plan are determined.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Castrop - Suspension served Castrop has served his three-match Bundesliga suspension and is no longer suspended.

Impact Castrop had seen his red card ban extended to three matches by the DFB, effectively ending his domestic season prematurely after 26 appearances (20 starts), contributing three goals and one assist across the campaign. The South Korean international will now shift his focus entirely to the World Cup this summer before returning to Gladbach ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the club looking forward to having him back in the fold once the tournament concludes.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Nicolas - Shuts out Hoffenheim Nicolas kept a clean sheet while making three saves during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Nicolas helped Gladbach to all three points by shutting out Hoffenheim on the final day of the season. The keeper ends the year with 34 starts allowing 53 goals while leading the league with 136 saves and keeping 13 clean sheets, the third most in the Bundesliga.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Scally - Helps Gladbach to clean sheet Scally crossed once inaccurately and made five tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Scally was a part of the Gladbach back line that kept a clean sheet Saturday leading his side in tackles. Scally ends the year with 29 starts across 32 Bundesliga appearances while having five goal involvements, 48 crosses and 48 tackles.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Bolin - Nets first Bundesliga goal Bolin scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Bolin found the back of the net in the 14th minute opening the scoring in the match while leading Gladbach in shots. It was the first Bundesliga goal for Bolin after joining the club in the winter transfer window. Bolin finishes the Bundesliga campaign with two goal involvements across 13 appearances.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Diks - Scores in one sided win Diks scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking a shot and making four clearances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Diks found the back of the net in the 81st minute scoring Gladbach's third goal. The center back ends the year with five goals across 30 league appearances while making 132 clearances and 43 tackles.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Assists twice in season finale Elvedi had two assists from two chances created while blocking two shots and making 13 clearances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Elvedi set up goals in the 81st and 91st minutes while leading Gladbach in blocks and clearances during the victory. Despite starting 33 Bundesliga matches, the assists were the first goal involvements this season for the centerback. Elvedi ends the year with 271 clearances, the most in the league.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Ends year with first goal Hack scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 4-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Hack entered the match in the 67th minute and scored Gladbach's final goal in the 91st. It was the first goal of an injury plagued campaign for Hack as he started the year with three straight starts before making just five more Bundesliga appearances due to knee injuries.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Haris Tabakovic - Forced off with ankle injury Tabakovic (ankle) was forced off in the 74th minute of Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after twisting his ankle, having scored in the first half.

Impact Tabakovic's early exit is a concerning development given that Bosnia and Herzegovina's World Cup campaign begins in June, making the timing of the injury particularly worrying. The striker had put together an impressive campaign on loan at Borussia Monchengladbach, finishing with 13 goals and two assists across 32 Bundesliga appearances before the ankle issue cut his farewell appearance short. He was replaced by Shuto Machino, with the full extent of the injury yet to be confirmed. The results of further examination will be crucial in determining whether Tabakovic can recover in time to represent Bosnia at the World Cup.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Kleindienst - Returns for season finale Kleindienst (knee) has returned to team training and is set to come off the bench in Saturday's final Bundesliga fixture against Hoffenheim, his first appearance since late Novembe...

Impact Kleindienst's last appearance came in late November 2025, when he managed one minute in the 0-0 draw against Leipzig, making Saturday's return a significant milestone after a lengthy knee injury. The 30-year-old has not publicly ruled out a World Cup dream, with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann set to announce his squad on May 21, leaving approximately four weeks before the opening match against Curacao on June 14. Manager Julian Nagelsmann has previously expressed interest in having a player of Kleindienst's profile available for the tournament, and Saturday's appearance could serve as a timely reminder of what he brings to the table.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Haris Tabakovic - Available Saturday Tabakovic (undisclosed) has returned to normal training Wednesday and is available for Saturday's final Bundesliga fixture against Hoffenheim, according to coach Eugen Polanski. "T...

Impact Tabakovic's return is well-timed given the sentimental nature of Saturday's fixture, which will mark his final appearance in a Borussia Monchengladbach shirt for the time being as his loan from Hoffenheim comes to an end. The striker had missed last weekend's match due to the muscular issue before easing back into training earlier in the week. Gladbach have left the door open for a potential return in the future, giving supporters some hope of seeing him back at the club beyond this season.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Reitz - Illness ends season prematurely Reitz (illness) will miss Saturday's final Bundesliga fixture against Hoffenheim after being sidelined by illness since the start of the week, according to coach Eugen Polanski. "U...

Impact Reitz's absence confirms that last weekend's match was his final appearance in a Borussia Monchengladbach shirt, with the 23-year-old set to join RB Leipzig next season. The midfielder finishes the campaign having contributed four assists across 31 Bundesliga appearances, serving as a consistent presence in Gladbach's engine room throughout the season. His departure at the end of the campaign represents a significant loss for the club, with Leipzig securing one of the more promising young midfielders in the Bundesliga ahead of next season.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Gio Reyna - Scores off bench Saturday Reyna scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and six chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Augsburg.

Impact Reyna made an impact despite logging limited minutes, as he scored a consolation goal from close range in stoppage time against Augsburg. He also showed his distributing skills by tallying six chances created in the game. His role has steadily grown since his recovery from a muscle injury in February, although he has yet to overtake Kevin Stoger or Wael Mohya for a starting position. In any case, the goal and solid performance should give the USMNT international a confidence boost ahead of the World Cup.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Reitz - Provides assist in defeat Reitz assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Augsburg.

Impact Reitz made a backwards pass that created the chance for Giovanni Reyna's goal in stoppage time Saturday. Other than that, Reitz achieved a game-high five tackles while featuring as part of a three-man midfield. The assist was his second in consecutive outings and raised his total to four in 31 starts. He's in great form, standing out for a balanced output in most games and limiting his fouls that had led to a constant disciplinary weakness earlier in the season.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Scally - Struggles against Augsburg Scally recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Scally saw his few defensive contributions offset by a yellow card and a 22 percent success rate in individual duels during this match. It was a bitter outcome for the full-back, who was coming off a pair of clean sheets, delivering convincing performances on both flanks. He has retained significant playing time throughout the year, with occasional attacking upside complementing his defensive and possession stats.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Nicolas - Makes seven saves against Augsburg Nicolas registered seven saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Augsburg.

Impact Nicolas played well despite the overwhelming loss, improving on his league-leading average of 4.0 saves per game. However, he failed to extend a run of two clean sheets and conceded his most goals in the last six matches. Up next is the Bundesliga season finale at home versus Hoffenheim, who produced 10 goals over their previous five clashes.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Ends suspension Elvedi is no longer banned and is an option for play again.

Impact Elvedi served his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation, as the defender is an option for the final match of the season. He is a key defender for the team and should immediately return to the starting XI as his club wraps up the season.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Haris Tabakovic - Not available Saturday Tabakovic (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Tabakovic has been unable to pass his late fitness test after coach Eugen Polanski confirmed a final decision would be made following Friday's session, with the minor injury that had forced him to cut short Wednesday's training proving too significant to clear in time. The forward had been limited to a reduced intensity session Thursday, and the club ultimately decided against risking him for the Augsburg fixture despite the coach's cautiously optimistic assessment earlier in the week. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely as the undisclosed issue continues to be assessed.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Haris Tabakovic - Late call against Augsburg Tabakovic (undisclosed) was forced to cut short his training session Wednesday and is a late call for Saturday's clash against Augsburg, with a final decision to be made Friday, ac...

Impact Tabakovic returned to training Thursday but was limited to a reduced intensity session, leaving his availability for the weekend uncertain. Manager Eugen Polanski's cautiously optimistic assessment suggests the issue is not considered serious, though the club is unwilling to take any risks before receiving further feedback from the player and medical staff Friday. His inclusion in the starting lineup remains in doubt even if he is cleared to feature, with the coaching staff likely to assess his physical response to the workload before making a final call.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Suspended one game Elvedi will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact Elvedi picked up his fifth yellow card in the Bundesliga and will serve a one-match suspension for Saturday's clash against Augsburg. The center-back has been an undisputed starter in the defense for Gladbach this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Fabio Chiarodia likely replacing him for that game.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Plenty of service Honorat registered nine crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Honorat was unlikely to not get an assist given his excellent service volume and accuracy on Sunday. If he maintains this production against Augsburg, he should be able to have more to show for it. Augsburg has allowed 56 goals in 32 domestic games.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Reitz - Logs assist Reitz assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Reitz generated three chances and was rewarded eventually with a late assist on Gladbach's winning goal. He'll have space to exploit a suspect Augsburg defense in the next game, as the side has allowed 56 goals this season in Bundesliga action.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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